Nanomaterials, Metamaterials, and Smart Materials.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

I., Kamal.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Nanostructured materials.

Materials science.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (430 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Sharjah : Bentham Science Publishers, 2025.

Summary:

Nanomaterials, Metamaterials, and Smart Materials: Synthesis and Characterization explores the science and technology behind nanomaterials, metamaterials, and smart materials, focusing on their synthesis, characterization, and applications. It bridges fundamental concepts with cutting-edge research, covering material classification, size-dependent properties, fabrication challenges, and real-world applications in energy, healthcare, and electronics. Societal and ethical considerations are also discussed, providing a well-rounded perspective on material advancements. Key Features: - Comprehensive Coverage: Explores nanomaterials, metamaterials, and smart materials, from foundational principles to advanced applications. - Practical Learning Tools: Includes prerequisite concepts, video resources, and end-of-chapter problems for self-assessment. - Interdisciplinary Approach: Connects physics, chemistry, and engineering to real-world applications. - Extensive References: Provides citations for further exploration and deeper learning.

Contents:

Intro

Copyright

End User License Agreement

Contents

Preface

Introduction to Nano- and Advanced Materials

HISTORICAL BACKGROUND

INTRODUCTORY TOPICS

Electron Arrangement

Chemical Bonding

Surface Energy

Material Properties

Crystallography

Materials Synthesis and Processing

Characterization Techniques

Quantum Mechanics

Wave-Particle Duality

Wavefunction

Energy Quantization

Solid-State Physics

Band Theory

Electronic Structure of Solids

Semiconductor Physics

CLASSIFICATION OF NANO- AND ADVANCED MATERIALS

Carbon-based Nanomaterials

Metal-based Nanomaterials

Semiconductor Nanomaterials

Composite Nanomaterials

Nanostructured Materials

KEY CHARACTERISTICS AND PROPERTIES OF NANO- AND ADVANCED MATERIALS

Strength and Mechanical Properties

Electrical Conductivity

Thermal Conductivity

Optical Properties

Chemical Reactivity

Surface and Interface Properties

Magnetic Properties

THE INTERDISCIPLINARY NATURE OF NANO- AND ADVANCED MATERIALS

RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT EFFORTS

Graphene and 2D Materials

Energy Conversion and Storage

Nanomedicine and Drug Delivery

Environmental Remediation

Flexible Electronics and Wearable Devices

Nanophotonics and Plasmonics

Sustainable Materials

NANOSCALE VERSUS BULK SCALE MATERIALS

IMPORTANT PROPERTIES OF NANO- AND ADVANCED MATERIALS

Enhanced Properties and Functionality

Miniaturization and Integration

Energy Efficiency and Sustainability

Pattern Recognition

Molecular Targeting

Desirable Manufacturing Properties

Exploring New Features

NANO- AND ADVANCED MATERIALS INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS

Electronics and Information Technology

Aerospace and Defense

Energy and Sustainable Technologies

Healthcare and Biomedical

Automotive and Transportation.

Environmental and Water Treatment

DESIGN, SYNTHESIS, AND INTEGRATION: CHALLENGES

Scalability and Manufacturing

Cost and Accessibility

Safety and Environmental Impact

Stability and Durability

Integration and Compatibility

Standardization and Regulation

Intellectual Property and Commercialization

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

SOCIETAL IMPLICATIONS OF NANO- AND ADVANCED MATERIALS

Economic Growth

Job Creation

Environmental Sustainability

Resource Efficiency

Health and Safety

Global Collaboration and Knowledge Exchange

RESOURCES AND REFERENCES FOR FURTHER EXPLORATION

Research Journals

Professional Societies and Organizations

Books and Textbooks

Online Courses and Tutorials

Research Institutions and Centers

Conferences and Symposia

Government Agencies and Reports

END OF CHAPTER PROBLEMS

REFERENCES

Carbon Nanostructures

PREREQUISITE DEFINITIONS

Work Function

The Lattice Constant

Bandgap

Tunable Bandgap

The Quantum Hall Effect (QHE)

CARBON ALLOTROPES: NANOSTRUCTURES

Diamond

Graphite

Properties and Uses of Graphite

Amorphous Carbon

Graphene

Bilayer Graphene

Graphene Synthesis

Graphene Oxide (GO) Formation via Oxidation/Exfoliation

GO Reduction Using Hydrazine as a Reducing Agent

Graphene Doping

Graphene by Thermal Annealing of Silicon Carbide (SiC)

Graphene by Epitaxial Growth on Silicon Carbide (SiC)

Graphene Oxide (GO) Layer by Dip Coating

Graphene-based Layer Structures

Twisted Bilayer Graphene (TBG)

Fullerenes: Buckminsterfullerene

Fullerenes Synthesis

Fullerene: Carbon Nanotubes (CNTs)

Carbon Nanotubes (CNTs) Synthesis

Carbon Dots (CDs)/Carbon Quantum Dots (CQDs)

CDs/CQDs Synthesis

TOP-DOWN CARBON NANOSTRUCTURE SYNTHESIS METHODS

Arc Discharge

Chemical Exfoliation.

Electrochemical Oxidation/Exfoliation

Electrochemical Oxidation

Electrochemical Exfoliation

Hydrothermal Cutting

Laser Ablation

Liquid Phase Exfoliation

Preparation of Graphite Suspension

Application of Mechanical Forces

Disintegration of Graphite Flakes

Formation of Graphene Sheets

Separation and Collection

Characterization and Further Processing

Mechanical Exfoliation

BOTTOM-UP CARBON NANOSTRUCTURE SYNTHESIS METHODS

Colloidal Synthesis

Combustion Routes

Electrochemical Cell

Hydrothermal Synthesis

Hydrothermal Synthesis (bottom-up)

Hydrothermal Cutting (top-down)

Microfluidic Synthesis

Microfluidic Devices

Advantages of Microfluidic Synthesis

Tailoring Nanomaterial Properties

Microwave Pyrolysis

Microwave-Assisted Synthesis

Advantages of Microwave Heating

Impact on Nanomaterial Properties

Factors Influencing Nanostructure

Plasma Enhanced Chemical Vapor Deposition (PECVD)

Solvothermal Synthesis

Ultrasonic Synthesis (Sono-chemical Synthesis)

CARBON NANOSTRUCTURES CHARACTERIZATION TECHNIQUES

Electron Microscopy (EM)

Spectroscopy Techniques

Raman Spectroscopy

X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS)

CHEMICAL REACTIVITY AND SURFACE FUNCTIONALIZATION

Functionalization Modes of Carbon Nanostructures

Covalent Functionalization

Non-covalent Functionalization

Doping

Annealing of Carbon Nanostructures

Hybridization with Nanomaterials

Biocompatibility

Functionalized Carbon Nanostructures Applications

Carbon Nanostructures Production: Challenges

Environmental and Health Considerations

Environmental Impact

Health Considerations

Addressing the Concerns

Metamaterials

Negative Index Metamaterials

Permittivity (ε)

Permeability (μ)

Cloaking.

Perfect Absorption/Optical Black Hole

How it Works

Applications

Subwavelength Structure

Examples of Subwavelength Structures

Parametric Amplification

Traditional Optical Amplification

Optical Parametric Amplification (OPA)

Metamaterial Parametric Amplification (MPA)

Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR)

Auxetic Metamaterials

Bragg Scattering

Lithography

DEFINITION AND CONCEPT OF METAMATERIALS

TYPES OF ENGINEERED METAMATERIALS

Electromagnetic Metamaterials

Acoustic Metamaterials

Mechanical Metamaterials

Thermal Metamaterials

Magnetoelastic/Elastomagnetic Metamaterials

Optomechanical Metamaterials

Quantum Metamaterials

Specific Examples of Engineered Metamaterials

Super Lenses

Photonic Crystals

Chiral Metamaterials

Design Principles and Fabrication Techniques

The Role of Unit Cells and Periodicity

Metamaterials Applications

Metamaterials in Telecommunications

Metamaterials in Medicine

Metamaterials in Defense Systems

Metamaterials in Energy Systems

Metamaterials in Environment

Metamaterials in Cryptography

Metamaterials in Optical Nano-Devices

Homogenization of Metamaterials

Effective Medium Theories (EMTs)

Scale Separation

Anisotropy and Nonlinearity

Boundary Effect and Size Dependency

Numerical Methods for Homogenization

Dispersive and Frequency-dependent Properties

Challenges and Limitations

Design and Theoretical Limitations

Homogenization Assumptions

Practical and Application-Specific Challenges

Challenges in Specific Applications

Experimental Validation

Design and Optimization of Metamaterials Using Homogenization Techniques

Metamaterials Implications in Emerging Technologies

REFERENCES.

Smart Materials

The Martensite Phase

The Austenite Phase

HISTORY OF SMART MATERIALS

DEFINITION AND OVERVIEW OF SMART MATERIALS

Shape Memory Materials (SMMs)

Composition:

Mechanism:

Mechanical Properties:

Piezoelectric Materials

Electrochromic Materials

Thermochromic Materials

Organic Thermochromic Materials

Liquid Crystals

Photochromic Materials

Introduction

Classifications of Photochromic Materials

Hydrogels

Interpenetrating Polymer Networks (IPNs)

Semi-interpenetrating Polymer Networks (semi-IPNs)

Magnetostrictive Materials

Mechanism

Materials

Advantages

Limitations

Electrostrictive Materials (ESMs)

Principle of Electrostriction

Electro-active Polymers (EAPs)/Dielectric Elastomers

Conductive Polymers

Dielectric Electroactive Polymers (DEAPs)

Magnetorheological (MR) Fluids

Key Characteristics

Electrorheological (ER) Fluids

Phase-Change Materials

Examples of Phase-Change Materials

Challenges and Considerations

Ferroelectric Materials

Examples of Ferroelectric Materials

Self-healing Materials

Mechanisms of Self-Healing

Future Directions

SMART MATERIALS DESIGN AND FABRICATION CHALLENGES

ETHICAL AND SOCIETAL IMPLICATIONS OF SMART MATERIALS

Nanomaterial Synthesis and Surface Functionalization

BOTTOM-UP AND TOP-DOWN APPROACH FOR NANOMATERIAL SYNTHESIS

Bottom-up Approach

Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD).

Sol-gel Synthesis.

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ISBN:

981-5324-27-6

OCLC:

1528361291